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Abies balsamea [Rangely Blue]

Also Known As

  • Rangely Blue Balsam Fir

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 15'-30'
  • W: 8'-15'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Abies balsamea [Rangely Blue] plant details

Abies balsamea [Rangely Blue] is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abies balsamea [Rangely Blue]

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abies balsamea [Rangely Blue]

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An excellent seedling selection with exceptionally blue needles that persist. Discovered in Maine.

Gardening facts about Abies balsamea [Rangely Blue] plant

How to Grow Abies balsamea [Rangely Blue]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10'-18'

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Zones

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  • even moisture - occasional
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 15'-25'

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 25'-40'

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Zones

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Size

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